Corporate Partnerships

Position your company at the forefront of global impact

We know talent and ingenuity exist everywhere, but the reality is that opportunity does not. This is why Solve works alongside corporations ready to democratize innovation for a better world for all. Solve has a proven track record of supporting corporate social responsibility (CSR) goals and positioning organizations as leaders in social impact, actors on global issues, and advocates for technology for good.

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Solve’s exceptional collaboration and commitment to accelerating digital equity were instrumental in achieving this recognition. This nomination is an indication of the impact that can be made through strong partnerships and we are truly grateful for their partnership on this important work. Thank you, MIT Solve, for empowering positive change each and every day.”


– Mariama Kabia | Digital Equity Accelerator Lead | HP, on winning TIME’s Inaugural Team of the Year

Corporate Engagement Opportunities

Corporate Sponsorships

Showcase your commitment to innovation and social impact by sponsoring Solve’s areas of impact—Climate, Health, Learning, Economic Prosperity, and Indigenous Communities—or high-profile events such as Solve at MIT and the Solve Challenge Finals. Sponsors gain recognition among global leaders, access to curated storytelling opportunities, and alignment with mission-driven innovation. Prize sponsorships allow partners to directly fund Solver teams aligned with their impact priorities, with ongoing engagement facilitated by Solve.

Corporate Grantmaking

Strengthen your grantee pipeline by tapping into Solve’s global community of vetted social entrepreneurs. Solve helps you efficiently source, vet, and support high-impact startups through prize philanthropy, custom open innovation challenges, and tailored support programs specific to your grantmaking portfolio. Whether you aim to fund early-stage innovators or scale proven solutions, Solve streamlines the process while aligning with your environmental and social objectives.


Employee Engagement & Skills-based Volunteering

Empower your team with hands-on volunteer opportunities to support innovation and social good. From solution reviewing and technical vetting to mentorship, judging panel participation, and bespoke Solveathons, Solve offers ways to engage employees across functions and skill levels. These activities foster a purpose-driven culture, strengthen skills, and create meaningful connections with global changemakers.

Brand Storytelling & Thought Leadership

Position your organization as a champion of purpose-driven innovation through curated storytelling opportunities across Solve’s digital, social, and live event platforms. Amplify your impact narrative, highlight employee involvement, and demonstrate your leadership in addressing global challenges through technology and entrepreneurship with the help of Solve.

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YOU'RE IN GOOD COMPANY

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Sponsorships in action

Want to see the impact of your potential investment? Scroll through our portfolio of corporate-sponsored custom challenges that are making a real difference.

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Custom Challenges

2020 Digital Workforce Challenge

How can traditionally underserved populations have access to opportunity and fully participate in the technology-enabled and digitally literate workforces of the future?
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The Horizon Prize: 2021

How can technology help people with rare diseases get the right care faster and more accurately?
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2021 Digital Workforce Challenge

How can historically underserved communities prepare for, access, and prosper in the digital workforce?
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Future of Work in India & Indonesia Challenge

How can workers in India and Indonesia gain the skills they need to participate and prosper in the digital and technology-driven economy of the future?
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Truist Foundation Inspire Awards

What innovative solutions are nonprofits implementing to provide transformational support to women and BIPOC-owned businesses in the United States?
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The Horizon Prize: 2022

How can we improve the quality of life of people who have been diagnosed with a rare disease?
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Gender Equity in STEM Challenge

How can girls and women reach their full potential and thrive in STEM education and careers in the United States?
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The Horizon Prize: 2023

How can we decrease the environmental impact of the rare disease health care space and alleviate burdens for rare disease families?
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Truist Foundation Inspire Awards Year 2

What innovative tech-based solution is your nonprofit creating or leveraging to support small business owners in the United States?
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Cure Xchange Challenge: Health AI for Good

How can we responsibly and equitably use AI in health to accelerate basic research, diagnose conditions, develop novel treatments, predict and prevent disease, and lead to better health outcomes and cures?
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Supporting Survivors of Modern Slavery Challenge

How can innovators leverage technology to improve and scale resources for survivors of modern slavery?
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The Amgen Prize: Innovation for Patients with Rare Diseases

How can nonprofits use innovation to improve the journey for patients with rare diseases, from diagnosis to treatment and holistic care?
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Truist Foundation Inspire Awards Year 3

How are nonprofits providing innovative solutions for the reskilling, upskilling, and career navigation needs of adults who are in the middle or late stages of their careers?
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Amazon Devices Climate Tech Accelerator

How can new climate technology innovation help Amazon Devices decarbonize their products, services and operations?
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2025 Verizon Disaster Resilience Prize

How can technology-driven solutions enable communities in the United States to prepare for, respond to, and recover from natural disasters, ensuring resilience for vulnerable communities?
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Learning

The GM STEAM Education in the US Challenge

How can we increase STEAM learning in the United States, and allow learners of all ages to explore and succeed in STEAM careers?

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Become a sponsor

Being a Solve supporter means joining our community of bold innovators, industry experts, thought leaders, and visionaries; all backed by MIT’s commitment to making a better world. 

By fostering social entrepreneurship and strengthening global innovation ecosystems, supporters also gain visibility and recognition at Solve's high-profile events and connect with a network of forward-thinking leaders.